Company acquires alfalfa breeding program

DLF, Lebanon, Oregon, has acquired Corteva Agriscience’s alfalfa breeding program.

The acquisition, announced in September, includes Corteva’s global alfalfa germplasm and breeding program. Also, the Alforex Seeds brand name and trademarks including Hi-Gest alfalfa technology, Hi-Ton performance alfalfa, Hi-Salt salinity tolerant alfalfa, and msSuntra hybrid technology, current commercial alfalfa varieties and select Corteva personnel supporting the alfalfa program.

This strategic move brings DLF a robust platform of elite alfalfa genetics, an industry-leading brand portfolio and expanded market access. It also ties together the company’s alfalfa breeding efforts across the world by integrating it into DLF’s global research and development program.

The acquisition, which complements DLF’s existing alfalfa portfolio and brands, delivers a diverse and proven alfalfa germplasm base and native trait pipeline with excellent yield potential, disease and pest resistance, winterhardiness and superior forage quality for both dormant and non-dormant markets.

In addition to offering current Alforex products, DLF intends to offer varieties comparable to today’s Pioneer brand and Dairyland Seed brand alfalfa products when the business is fully transitioned after the 2024 season.

For more information, see a representative or visit www.dlfna.com.